JOSH TATOFI ANNOUNCES ‘LOOKING FOR LOVE TOUR: NORTH AMERICA’ FOLLOWING MULTIPLE SELLOUTS ON AUSTRALIAN RUN

GRAMMY-NOMINATED HAWAIIAN COUNTRY POWERHOUSE CONTINUES MOMENTUM BEHIND “SLOW ROLLING SUNRISE,” UPCOMING GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT, AND RAPIDLY GROWING GLOBAL FANBASE NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 18, 2026) – GRAMMY-nominated singer-songwriter Josh Tatofi is bringing his signature blend of Country, Soul, and Island influence stateside this summer with his highly anticipated ‘Looking For Love Tour: North America.’ Spanning major markets across the U.S. and Canada, the run follows SOLD-OUT shows in Australia … Continue reading JOSH TATOFI ANNOUNCES ‘LOOKING FOR LOVE TOUR: NORTH AMERICA’ FOLLOWING MULTIPLE SELLOUTS ON AUSTRALIAN RUN

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MOODY CENTER DEDICATES NEW BACKSTAGE LOUNGE “THE TROUBADOUR” TO COUNTRY MUSIC ICON GEORGE STRAIT

L to R: Louis Messina (MTG), Jeff Nickler (Moody), George Strait, Casey Sparks (Moody), Hannah Baker (Moody) | Photo Credit: Jill Trunnell AUSTIN, Texas – Moody Center unveiled a new backstage lounge dedicated to George Strait at a private ceremony during his historic final weekend at the arena. Dubbed “The Troubadour” in homage to Strait’s GRAMMY-winning album and title track, the lounge reflects both the … Continue reading MOODY CENTER DEDICATES NEW BACKSTAGE LOUNGE “THE TROUBADOUR” TO COUNTRY MUSIC ICON GEORGE STRAIT

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CASSIDY DANIELS STEPS INTO THE SPOTLIGHT ON DUTTON RANCH PERFORMING BRAND-NEW

“HEART SHAPED NECKLACE” EMERGING COUNTRY STANDOUT TO APPEAR AND PERFORM IN THE PARAMOUNT+ SERIES AHEAD OF CMA FEST AND UPCOMING DATES WITH BROTHERS OSBORNE NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 15, 2026) – Nashville-based, buzzworthy Country artist Cassidy Daniels releases her new single, “Heart Shaped Necklace,” out today via 101 Music / Thirty Tigers, blending heartfelt storytelling with a powerful Country-rock edge. The release arrives alongside Daniels’ appearance in the highly anticipated series premiere of Dutton Ranch, where she also … Continue reading CASSIDY DANIELS STEPS INTO THE SPOTLIGHT ON DUTTON RANCH PERFORMING BRAND-NEW

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ANTHRAX

ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM ‘CURSUM PERFICIO’ OUT SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 ON MEGAFORCE RECORDS MARKS THE HEAVY METAL TITANS’ FIRST ALBUM IN 10 YEARS PRE-ORDER/PRE-SAVE HERE FIRST SINGLE AND VIDEO “IT’S FOR THE KIDS” OUT NOW LISTEN HERE WATCH THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO HERE Multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated New York hard rock titans ANTHRAX—Scott Ian (guitar), Charlie Benante (drums), Frank Bello (bass), Joey Belladonna (vocals), and Jonathan Donais (guitar)—will unleash their long-awaited 12th full-length studio album CURSUM PERFICIO September 18 via Megaforce Records. It marks the band’s … Continue reading ANTHRAX

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SIERRA LEVESQUE RELEASES AGGRESSIVE NEW SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO “UNDERMINED”

THE GEN Z ROCK FORCE DELIVERS A HARD-HITTING ANTHEM ABOUT EXPOSING DECEPTION AND RECLAIMING POWER Listen here: Today, 21-year-old rock singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Sierra Levesque releases her hard-hitting new single “UNDERMINED”,available now on all streaming platforms. Fueled by aggressive lyrics, powerful guitars, and dynamic vocals, the track delivers a fierce anthem of defiance, exposing deception, and reclaiming power. Alongside the release, Sierra also premiered a high-energy music … Continue reading SIERRA LEVESQUE RELEASES AGGRESSIVE NEW SINGLE + MUSIC VIDEO “UNDERMINED”

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Keith Urban Releases Soothing Rendition of Classic Hit “Steal Away” – Out Now

LISTEN HERE “Steal Away” Featured on Urban’s Forthcoming Yacht Rock Album Flow State – Out June 12thPRE-ORDER HERE Urban to Present ‘Album of the Year’ at 61st ACM Awards and Headlines ACM Next Wave: Country’s Beach Bash Live from Las Vegas NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Global Country music superstar, Keith Urban, has released his dreamy cover of the classic 1980 Robbie Dupree track, “Steal Away,” out now. Transporting us to a carefree seaside retreat, … Continue reading Keith Urban Releases Soothing Rendition of Classic Hit “Steal Away” – Out Now

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VINCE GILL’S “GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN” AMONG 25 RECORDINGS SELECTED FOR PRESERVATION BY THE NATIONAL RECORDING REGISTRY OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

Inducted Alongside Recordings from Taylor Swift, Beyonce, Paul Anka, Broadway’s “Chicago,” The Byrds, Rosanne Cash, Ray Charles, Chaka Khan, José Feliciano and Others NASHVILLE –MAY 14, 2026—Acting Librarian of Congress Robert R. Newlen today named 25 recordings as audio treasures worthy of preservation for all time based on their cultural, historical or aesthetic importance in the nation’s recorded sound heritage. Vince Gill’s “Go Rest High On … Continue reading VINCE GILL’S “GO REST HIGH ON THAT MOUNTAIN” AMONG 25 RECORDINGS SELECTED FOR PRESERVATION BY THE NATIONAL RECORDING REGISTRY OF THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

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JENNA PAULETTE RELEASES “HIGH NOON” Paulette Debuted the Song at “The Academy of Country Music Presents:Whiskey Jam Welcome Party” Ahead of the 61st ACM Awards NASHVILLE, Tenn. –After releasing her 20-track Horseback (Deluxe) album earlier this year, Leo33 rising singer/songwriter Jenna Paulette continues to tee up new music with the release of “High Noon,” available now. Paulette debuted the song at “The Academy of Country Music Presents: Whiskey Jam … Continue reading JENNA

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ELI YOUNG BAND HEADLINES SIRIUS XM AND PANDORA SALUTES THE UNIFORM STUDIO SESSION AIRING TODAY, MAY 15 Life At Best – Platinum Album That Spawned 12 RIAA Certifications – Celebrates 15 Years with Limited Edition Vinyl Available Now

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Eli Young Band headlines SiriusXM and Pandora Salutes the Uniform Session, a special full-band performance and conversation with SiriusXM host Ashley Till. The special, recorded live at SiriusXM’s Nashville studios, is airing across SiriusXM’s Y2Kountry channel and Pandora’s Music City station starting today, May 15 at 11am ET with replays throughout the weekend. Presented by Navy Federal Credit Union and part of Military … Continue reading ELI YOUNG BAND HEADLINES SIRIUS XM AND PANDORA SALUTES THE UNIFORM STUDIO SESSION AIRING TODAY, MAY 15 Life At Best – Platinum Album That Spawned 12 RIAA Certifications – Celebrates 15 Years with Limited Edition Vinyl Available Now

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LITTLE BIG TOWN RETURN WITH HEART FELT NEW SONG “HEY THERE SUNSHINE”

LISTEN HERE WATCH THE OFFICIAL MUSIC VIDEO HERE DEBUT PERFORMANCE OF THE BRAND NEW SONG THIS SUNDAY ON THE 61ST ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Multi-platinum GRAMMY® Award-winning four-piece Little Big Town – comprised of Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Phillip Sweet, and Jimi Westbrook – return with their first new music in two years, their brand new song “Hey There Sunshine,” via MCA. Emerging from a season of emotional heaviness … Continue reading LITTLE BIG TOWN RETURN WITH HEART FELT NEW SONG “HEY THERE SUNSHINE”

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